2008 Ford Edge vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 2 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Edge | Panda |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
